Walsh, Michael
The Leaving of Liverpool: Reminisces of a Liverpool Seaman 1950s 1960s
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445287430
- author:
- Walsh, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- lulu
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 126
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Ships & Shipbuilding,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Leaving of Liverpool Reminisces of a Liverpool Seaman 1950s ~ 1960s by Michael Walsh This memoir recounts the author's experiences as a Merchant Navy deckhand, serving on some of the most iconic ships of the era, including the RMS Britannic. Walsh's journey took him to over 65 nations and hundreds of world ports, collecting a wealth of images and stories that provide a nostalgic record of a bygone era. Walsh's career spanned multiple shipping companies and regions, including the Mediterranean, Middle East, Americas, Australia, and Africa. His stories offer a unique glimpse into the lives of those who worked on the world's greatest merchant fleet, a testament to the enduring legacy of the sea. A personal and reflective account, Walsh's memoir is a fascinating look at a lost world, one that continues to resonate with readers today.